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circular polarization [′sər·kyə·lər ‚pō·lə·rə′zā·shən] (physics) Attribute of a transverse wave (either of electromagnetic radiation, or in an elastic medium) whose electric or displacement vector is of constant amplitude and, at a fixed point in space, rotates in a plane perpendicular to the propagation direction with constant angular velocity. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Similarly, if the photon's circular polarization could be measured, it would reveal information about the Dirac structure of the weak current [3]. Their laboratory studies suggest that the ultraviolet light should have a circular polarization "comparable" to that of the infrared, the researchers say, but the exact percentage may differ. Furthermore, ALPS allows users to select between linear or circular polarization to match the application or the eyewear. |
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